Keraya
About Keraya
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Keraya village is 331670. Keraya village is located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.5km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 24.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ghatbera Kerowa is the gram panchayat of Keraya village.
The total geographical area of village is 769.71 hectares. Keraya has a total population of 2,140 peoples, out of which male population is 1,095 while female population is 1,045. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 954 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of keraya village is 46.82% out of which 59.27% males and 33.78% females are literate. There are about 436 houses in keraya village. Pincode of keraya village locality is 723152.
Balarampur is nearest town to keraya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Keraya
The population details of Keraya cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,140 | 1,095 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 857 | 436 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 694 | 362 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 649 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,138 | 446 | 692 |
Connectivity of Keraya
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Keraya
Where is Keraya located?
Keraya village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keraya?
The Gram Panchayat of Keraya is Ghatbera Kerowa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Keraya?
The pincode of Keraya is 723152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Keraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keraya is 2,140, with 1,095 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Keraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keraya village has a total of 436 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keraya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keraya is 46.82%. The male literacy rate is 59.27%, while the female literacy rate is 33.78%.